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Counterparty Statistics

Market Rank	#1252
Market Cap	$ 14.9M
Volume 24h	$ 3.3K
Circ. Supply	2.6M
Total Supply	2.6M
Max Supply	?
Genesis Date	2/1/2014

How Much Does Counterparty (XCP) Cost Today?

As of the most recent data, the current price of Counterparty (XCP) is $ 5.76. This has decreased by -15.09% in the last 24 hours.

What Is Counterparty (XCP)?

Counterparty is a financial platform integrated directly with Bitcoin that allows users to create and trade their digital assets on top of Bitcoin's blockchain. It was launched in 2014, making it one of the original digital asset creation mechanisms. Counterparty functions according to a set of rules and specifications, also providing an API for users. Despite its age, the platform remains robust, reliable, and secure, maintaining the strengths of the Bitcoin blockchain.

Who Are the Creators of Counterparty?

Although the exact identities of the individuals who created Counterparty aren't disclosed, it is known the platform was launched by a team of dedicated Bitcoin enthusiasts and tech experts. They sought to leverage the strength and reliability of the Bitcoin blockchain to create a new platform for asset creation, marking the early stages of the digital asset revolution.

How Does Counterparty Work?

Counterparty functions on the Bitcoin blockchain, serving as the infrastructure for user-created digital assets. Users can avoid the common term “token” as Counterparty focuses more on the creation of digital assets, which could represent anything valuable or rare. Digital assets may act as markers for physical objects, represent company shares or voting rights, or even function as a form of website reputation karma. Users can use Counterparty's distribution function to distribute dividends in BTC based on the amount of a particular digital asset that a person owns.

What Makes Counterparty Unique?

Unlike Ethereum or Waves, Counterparty does not have its own standalone blockchain, rather it operates directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. This provides users with the security and reliability inherent to Bitcoin. It also makes Counterparty particularly suitable for applications wanting to interface with Bitcoin or for assets that have specific ties to the Bitcoin ecosystem.

How is Counterparty Secured?

Counterparty’s security is inherently tied to that of Bitcoin, as it functions directly on Bitcoin's blockchain. This means that the platform benefits from the robust security measures and constant technological progress that characterize the Bitcoin network.

Where Can I Buy Counterparty (XCP)?

Counterparty (XCP) can be purchased on the following exchanges: Poloniex, Bter, Zaif, Bittrex. Remember to do a thorough assessment and comparison of these exchanges before purchasing.

How Many Counterparty (XCP) Coins Are in Circulation?

As of the most recent data, there is a circulating supply of 2.6M Counterparty (XCP) coins, out of a total supply of 2.6M.

How to Keep Counterparty (XCP) Safe?

As Counterparty operates on the Bitcoin blockchain, the ways to secure your Counterparty assets are similar to those for securing Bitcoin. It is often recommended to store your digital assets in a secure wallet, away from exchanges, and enabling multifactor authentication wherever possible. Always remember that your private keys are your digital assets' lifeline – keep them offline, separate, and secure.

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